United States Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has spoken with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to share his deep concern over the events in Niger and the ongoing detention of democratically elected President Bazoum.

“The Secretary expressed his thanks for President Tinubu’s leadership, both as President of Nigeria and as Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States, throughout the current crisis,” said spokesperson Matthew Miller.

He underscored his support for President Tinubu’s continued efforts to restore constitutional order in Niger.

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